Retail Associate
Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland and East Central Ohio, Inc. · Canton, OH · 2 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
Join the Retail Team at Goodwill – Make a Difference and Change Lives Every Day! Be part of the founding team at our new store location in Belden Village.
About Goodwill
For over a century, Goodwill has been a cornerstone of communities, dedicated to empowering individuals through skill-building programs and services. While best known for our retail thrift stores, our true impact lies in the job training and employment support we provide, helping people overcome barriers and achieve economic independence.
Responsibilities
- Customer Engagement: Deliver exceptional customer service by warmly greeting and assisting shoppers. Answer customer inquiries and provide product recommendations with a positive and professional demeanor. Foster a welcoming and inclusive environment to enhance the shopping experience.
- Sales & Goal Achievement: Support the team in meeting and exceeding sales goals and key performance indicators (KPIs). Actively participate in promoting store promotions and initiatives.
- Team Collaboration: Collaborate with teammates to overcome challenges and share best practices. Participate in team meetings, offering ideas and insights to improve store performance.
- Store Operations: Restock shelves, organize merchandise displays, and conduct inventory counts. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized store environment that aligns with company standards.
- Problem Solving: Adapt to changing business needs, multitask effectively, and stay calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- A passion for retail and delivering outstanding customer experiences.
- Strong teamwork and communication skills with a proactive attitude.
- Flexibility to adapt to a dynamic retail environment and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Experience in retail, sales, or customer service is a plus, but not required – we'll provide the training!
Benefits
- Bonus incentive plan
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement planning with company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discount
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance at no cost
- Life insurance at no cost
- Paid holidays
Pay
Employees who work full-time are also eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits at a fraction of the premium cost.